Detailed Description

It is a pre-order item.  I estimate the stamp will be sent out on or after Aug 22, 2014.

The artwork for this stamp features a photo of Janis Joplin taken by David Gahr in June 1970. The original black and white photograph is rendered in shades of blue, with Joplin’s trademark round sunglasses tinted a shade of pink. With her wild mane of hair decorated with a feathered accessory, wrists decked out in bangle bracelets, and expressive smile, it’s a joyful image of this iconic singer. The words “Janis Joplin,” along with the “Forever” denomination and “USA” appear in psychedelic-style script reminiscent of the 1960s, in shades of gold, orange, and pink. Daniel Pelavin designed the lettering. Small blue stars pop out from the stamp’s dark blue background. Text below the stamps briefly describes Joplin’s musical legacy.

Joplin broke onto the national music scene with an explosive performance at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967. Known for her rebellious public persona, Joplin roared and wailed her way through uninhibited, soulful performances. Her time at the top, however, was brief. She recorded three hit albums and performed at Woodstock, but in October 1970, just three years after she became a star, she died at the age of 27 of a drug overdose. The album she was recording at the time of her death, Pearl, went on to cement her reputation as one of the greatest rock singers of all time. “Me and Bobby McGee,” written by Kris Kristofferson, became a number one hit.

 Multiple Variations

If you see a OR sign in the picture, this means there are multiple variations available for this item.  The item consists of ONLY ONE of the variations as shown in the picture, not all variations.  I will send out any one based on availability.  If you want to specify any particular variation, please check with me before you bid the item or place the order.

Pre-order item

For any pre-order item, I will always ship it out together with everything on the same invoice once it is available.  If you want other items arrive earlier, please let me know and I will split the invoice before you pay.

Large/Special Order

If you have any special order (large quantities, special stamps), please check with me directly.  I have not posted everything due to the limited eBay store space.

Shipping & Handling Time

Most of the items (except Pre-order items and FDC) will be sent out within 1 business day after you pay the invoice.  Please review the positive feedback from the buyers.  The actual delivery time varies due to the destination.

Shipping & Handling Fee

I am trying to offer the lowest shipping fee if possible.  The item will be sent out via USPS standard mail (or first class mail) with no tracking number.  I will take a picture of the package as proof of delivery.  The shipping fee is listed as below -

• First item (USA) - between USD $1.17 and USD $2.29, depends on the size
• First Item (International) - between USD $1.83 and USD $5.84, depends on the destination
• Each eligible additional item (USA / International) - USD $0.10 (see combined shipping discount), independent of size and destination

Combined Shipping Discount

The combined shipping discount can be applied only on the items showing up in the same invoice.  Each eligible additional item will be charged an additional of USD $0.10 as the shipping fee.  If you have any question, please check with me before you pay. I will always get back to you within 12 hours.

Important tips to save shipping fee -

If you are purchasing multiple stamps through "Buy it now" option, please make sure all the items are in the basket before any payment.  Please review the invoice carefully to ensure all the items are listed there so that eBay System can apply the combined shipping discount properly.

Otherwise, eBay / PayPal will charge the FULL shipping fee for each item and they withhold the transaction fee & commission based on FULL shipping payment.  There is no easy way to refund the difference unless we cancel all the transactions one by one.

If you have any question, please check with me before any payment.

Package Loss Responsibilities

In order to provide the lowest shipping fee, I am sending all items by USPS standard mail without tracking number.  I cannot hold responsible if the packet is lost due to postage.  If you need extra shipping protection, please consider the following options and let me know before you pay -

• Shipping Tracking Number - an extra of USD $1.00 per invoice
• Registered mail with signature - between USD $10.00 and USD $15.00, please check with me before you pay.

US Stamps Plate Number

The actual plate number of the US Stamps may vary unless it is specified in the Item description / title. If you need the exact plate number shown in the picture, please check with me before you place the order.

US Stamp Sheets Plate Position

The actual plate position of the US Stamp Sheets may vary unless it is specified in the Item description / title. If you need the exact plate position shown in the picture, please check with me before you place the order.